Fresh and Easy Pear Salsa

Fresh and simple with a bit of a kick, this easy-to-make pear salsa is ready in just 30 minutes.

This pear salsa is a tasty twist on the traditional tomato salsa. Traditional ingredients like red bell pepper, jalapeño, lime, and cilantro pair perfectly with juicy Harry & David Royal Riviera Pears. When tossed together, the flavors will prove to your taste buds that winter produce is far from dull. The mild heat of the jalapeño and tart lime are a delightful companion to the diced pear. It's the perfect addition to any party when served with chips and great to use as a topping for fish or chicken for a light and easy dinner.

And since there's always something to celebrate, this salsa is the perfect dip for all your parties: awards shows, football games, family gatherings fill the winter with festivities alone. It truly is a fiesta in a bowl.

Pear Salsa

PREP TIME: 10 minutesMARINATING TIME : 30 minutesTOTAL TIME: 40 minutes

SERVINGS

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Ingredients

• 2 Harry & David® Royal Riviera® Pears
• 1 red bell pepper (seeded and diced)
• 12 cup red onion (minced)
• 1 jalapeño pepper (seeded and minced)
• 1 lime (zest and juice)
• 14 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
• Kosher salt and black pepper

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Instructions

1
In a medium bowl, mix together the pears, bell pepper, onion, jalapeño, lime zest, lime juice, and cilantro.
2
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
3
Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes or until ready to serve.

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Notes

This salsa can be made up to 24 hours in advance.

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Recipe Author: Kellie Hemmerly